Journal of Integrative Plant Biology Recruitment Notice:  Communications Manager

 The Journal of Integrative Plant Biology (JIPB) is a monthly plant biology journal that reports scientific discoveries by using integrative genetic, chemical, cell and molecular biological approaches. As one of the leading Wiley-Blackwell journals, JIPB is available in over 7,800 libraries worldwide and indexed by 66 databases such as SCI, PubMed, Google Scholar, CA, BA and BIOSIS (www.jipb.net). We are currently looking for a Communications Manager to work in the Editorial Office under the supervision of the Chief Editor and the Editorial Board to promote the journal in the plant science community and to facilitate the communication between the Editorial Board, the Reviewers, the Authors, the Publisher and the Editorial Office. Annual salary will depend on qualifications. The position is available from 1 January, 2011, until filled.

Main responsibilities:　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　In charge of drafting editorials and publicity materials;　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　In charge of the English polishing of all web materials, letters and templates;　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　In charge of basic language quality check for all manuscripts;　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　Participate  in the manuscript processing and special issue publication.

Qualifications:  

A native English speaker with at least BSc degree in a biology-related area; Or non-native English speaker with at least PhD degree or equivalent in a biology-related area; Professional English writing skills and fluent oral English; Over three years working experience in scientific publishing or 3 or more years research experience in an English-speaking laboratory; Experienced in writing, editing or marketing of scientific journals.

To apply, please send your application, including your CV, to Ping He (he1001@ibcas.ac.cn).